“Both parties have known the score for over a year,” he said in an exclusive statement. “In no way, has this been a hasty or negligent eleventh hour surprise. I offer this information out of love and respect to my crew, my on-set family, my writers, executive staff, as well as my real family, my dear friends and my loyal fans. We tape the final episode of the season this evening.”

Although he has enjoyed his time on the hit show, Sheen says he will gracefully exit stage right if he feels that it is the correct thing to do.

“If tonight’s show is the end for me as Charlie Harper, so be it,” he concluded. “Another journey has begun. I take from the experience 161 shows filled with a kaleidoscope of amazing experiences, memories, friendships and gratitude. I remain humbly inspired.”

Would you be sad to see Charlie go, or has the altercation with Brooke forever tainted your view of him? (People)